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There are as many versions of the American Dream as there are Americans willing to dream them. As such, our labor laws should empower the nation's workers to chart their own course to prosperity, not bind them into restrictive, one-size-fits-all arrangements which reduce their options and limit their potential. Unfortunately, Washington Democrats are fixated on dragging us back to an outdated mode... Read More »

Washington, D.C. – In case you missed it, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) this week published an Op-Ed outlining the two major political parties’ conflicting outlooks on workforce development. In the piece, Congressman Allen explains how Congressional Democrats’ insistence on forcing America’s workers into strict classifications and compelling union membership would severely constrain workers’ p... Read More »

WAYNESBORO, Ga. (WFXG) - Georgia’s Farm Bureau reports one in seven working Georgians has an agriculture-related job. Feeding Georgia and the country fresh, local food products has been a priority for Congressman Rick Allen, who wants to make sure the state’s largest industry stays strong for generations to come. Across the country, as baby boomers retire, there may not be enough workers to fill ... Read More »

AUGUSTA – Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) announced his office will host Community Office Hours across Georgia’s 12th District during the month of September. During these events, members of Congressman Allen’s staff will be available to assist constituents with a variety of federal issues, including help navigating various federal agencies such as Social Security, Veterans Affairs, Medica... Read More »

Washington – Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) released the following statement after voting against H.R. 5376: “The so-called ‘Inflation Reduction Act’ is another bloated Democrat spending bill that will raise taxes at the worst possible time – during a recession! Rather than address the economic crisis they created, President Biden and congressional Democrats are focused on pushing social... Read More »

Bon Air receives failing grade Living conditions at the Bon Air Apartments in Summerville have become so intolerable that a U.S. congressman has stepped in. Rick Allen (R-Ga.) demanded action from the Housing and Urban Development, and HUD Southeastern Regional Administrator Jose Alvarez recently sent an update that showed despite progress being made, the owners, Redwood Housing out of Redwood, Te... Read More »

Georgia Rep. Allen introduces legislation to help entrepreneurs build businesses U.S. Rep. Rick Allen (R-GA-12) is working to expand access to programs that would provide training and resources to anyone hoping to start their own business. Earlier this week, Allen introduced the Startup Act which amends the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014 by including language that incorporates en... Read More »

House Republican Introduces Bill Aimed at Boosting US Startup Companies A Georgia congressman introduced a bill Tuesday aimed at boosting small businesses and offering incentives to startup companies across the country through expanded access to training programs and entrepreneurial resources. The Startup Act, conceived by Rep. Rick Allen, R-Ga., would serve as an amendment to the Workforce Innova... Read More »

Rep. Allen Introduces New Bill to Help Small Businesses (Radio Mentions) Atlanta GA WSB-AM 8/3/2022 7:50:42 AM: ...Ellen would the man's not identified. At&t says they're working with police in the investigation and they're deeply saddened by the passing of their employee a new bill from a Georgia Republican is aimed at boosting startup companies and small businesses Tuesday House representative R... Read More »

House GOP member pushes Small Business Boost Bill (Washington, D.C.) -- A Republican lawmaker is pushing a new bill aimed at boosting startup companies and small businesses across the nation. On Tuesday, House Representative Rick Allen of Georgia introduced the Startup Act, which aims to expand access to training programs and resources for entrepreneurs. Allen says the legislation will lead to mor... Read More »

House Republican Introduces Bill Aimed at Boosting US Startup Companies A Georgia congressman introduced a bill Tuesday aimed at boosting small businesses and offering incentives to startup companies across the country through expanded access to training programs and entrepreneurial resources. The Startup Act, conceived by Rep. Rick Allen, R-Ga., would serve as an amendment to the Workforce Innova... Read More »

Rep. Allen shares new developments from Bon Air apartments Augusta GA WFXG 8/3/2022 8:03:20 AM: ...you hear thunder. at one point -- this was the place to be in augusta. but now, the future remains uncertain for the bon air apartments. previously -- people who live there shared concerns with us about their living conditions. congressman rick allen sent a letter to hud demanding actionciting our i... Read More »

Rep. Allen to Newsmax: Bill Will Address Needs of Modern Workforce Rep. Rick Allen, who has introduced legislation aimed at boosting startups and small businesses through further access to training programs, said on Newsmax Wednesday that the bill if passed, it will address the needs of the modern workforce. "A lot of my colleagues in Congress are stuck in the old days where they don't quite under... Read More »

Republican Bills Tackle Hospital Competition in Health Reform Effort Responding to the public’s frustration with the rising cost of health care, the Republican Study Committee’s Health Care Task Force, a group of lawmakers working on health reform, has introduced more bills (June 16), with the latest set aiming to improve hospital competition. The bills, sponsored by Reps. Kevin Hern (R – OK), Ric... Read More »

House GOP member pushes Small Business Boost Bill (Washington, D.C.) -- A Republican lawmaker is pushing a new bill aimed at boosting startup companies and small businesses across the nation. On Tuesday, House Representative Rick Allen of Georgia introduced the Startup Act, which aims to expand access to training programs and resources for entrepreneurs. Allen says the legislation will lead to mor... Read More »